This Paleo Vegan Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream is rich, creamy, and the perfect cool treat. A smooth base with a sweet cinnamon swirl. It's dairy free, egg free, and naturally sweetened.
This is, by far, the creamiest ice cream I have made and incredibly delicious! I love using dates to sweetened ice cream. I've done it with my Paleo Butter Pecan Ice Cream and Paleo Cookie Dough Ice Cream. It makes the ice cream creamy and not freeze as hard. This version takes it to the next level with cashew butter added and makes it even more creamy.
Vegan and Paleo Ice Cream
Full fat coconut milk is the base of this ice cream. Because of the cinnamon and cashew butter, there is no coconut taste. I know sometimes people are worried about that. Since it's dairy free and naturally sweetened that makes it paleo. Since no eggs or animal products are used, it's vegan as well.
Churn vs No Churn
I made this ice cream twice, once with an ice cream maker and once without. Both work which is great if you don't have an ice cream maker. The one thing that is different is it's not as pretty if you don't churn it. I let the mixture chill in the fridge and then mixed in the cinnamon swirl and it just doesn't swirl as good. If you don't care about looks then it doesn't matter, it still tastes great and is one less step.
Best Nut Butter for Ice Cream
Cashew butter is used for the base of this ice cream which adds creaminess and richness. I made it with almond butter as well and it's just not as good. Almond butter has a stronger flavor that comes through. It's still good, but I do recommend the cashew butter first. My favorite cashew butter is Georgia Grinders and you can use code Jessica20 for a 20% off on their site.
Almond butter is used in the cinnamon swirl and that works perfect. The cinnamon overpowers the almond taste.
I know you will love this paleo vegan cinnamon roll ice cream because it's creamy, rich and so delicious. Here are some more ice creams to try.
- Paleo Pumpkin Ice Cream
- Vegan Paleo Butter Pecan Ice Cream
- Paleo Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
- Vegan Paleo Cookie Dough Ice Cream
I have this Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker and love it. I've had it for 4 years and it still works great.
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Paleo Vegan Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream
Ingredients
Ice Cream
- 2 14.5oz cans full fat coconut milk
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup cashew butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Swirl
- ¼ cup runny almond butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Ice Cream Maker Instructions
- Before you begin, make sure ice cream bowl has been freezing for at least 24 hours.
- In a small sauce pan, warm 1 can of coconut milk and dates over medium heat for about 5 minutes to soften the dates. Add to a blender with the other can of coconut milk, cashew butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Blend until smooth. Pour into a glass container and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Pour the cooled mixture in your ice cream maker and follow manufactures direction on churning. Mine took 10 minutes to churn.
- While ice cream is churning, prepare a loaf pan. Line it with parchment paper and cut away any excess that hangs too far over. Also make the cinnamon swirl. In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the almond butter and maple syrup. Warm in the microwave for 30 seconds so it thins out. Stir in the cinnamon and vanilla and mix well.
- Scoop ice cream into pan and spread evenly. Scoop cinnamon layer on top and swirl with a butter knife. Place in the freezer for 4 hours to harden or eat right away for soft serve consistency.
No Churn Instructions
- In a small sauce pan, warm 1 can of coconut milk and dates over medium heat for about 5 minutes to soften the dates. Add to a blender with the other can of coconut milk, cashew butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Blend until smooth. Prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper and cut away any excess that hangs too far over. Pour mixture into the loaf pan and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Make the cinnamon swirl when ready to take the ice cream out of the fridge. In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the almond butter and maple syrup. Warm in the microwave for 30 seconds so it thins out. Stir in the cinnamon and vanilla and mix well.
- Scoop cinnamon layer on top and swirl with a butter knife. Place in the freezer for 4 hours to harden. This method is not as pretty and may not swirl as well, just try to mix it as evenly as possible. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to soften a little before scooping.
Nutrition Information
Arielle says
Hello, I don’t particularly like the taste of coconut milk. Would I be able to make this with almond milk?
Jessica DeMay says
You really need the fat from the coconut milk because almond milk is mostly just water. I think goat milk or a lactose free high fat milk would work if you can do either of those.
Suzi says
Making this for someone with a cashew allergy...can you use almond butter instead?
Jessica DeMay says
Yea, of course!
Ilene says
OK...how is this sooo creamy? Just from the dates? I have tried many paleo/GF recipes for ice cream trying a little of this and a little of that to keep it from getting icy...but dates? I am in love, this is the BEST dairy free ice cream EVER...and I'll be trying all your other varieties as well!! Can't wait to taste some after dinner!! Thank you!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome and I'm so glad you love it! It IS so creamy and I think it's a combination of the dates and cashew butter. Thanks for the great feedback!
Diana says
I’ve made quite a few paleo ice creams and though all good this one was absolutely the best!!! It’s amazing! So creamy and delicious! Thank you so much!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome and thanks for making it, Diana! I'm so glad you love it! 🙂
Rebekah Korpan says
This ice cream is amazing! It is so yummy and my kids do not notice at all that it is dairy free!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Rebekah!
Heather Hawn says
I received some homemade cinnamon extract for Christmas. I see you used vanilla extract and ground cinnamon. How would you suggest altering the recipe to use the cinnamon extract? Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Heather- I'm not very familiar with cinnamon extract, but I'm guessing it's strong, so start with maybe 1/2 teaspoon and go from there. Hope you love it!
Wiktoria says
i never usually comment on anything but i made this without an icecream maker and was the most amazing thing i've ever tried.Honestly,thank you so much
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome! Thanks for making it and taking the time to leave a comment. That means a lot. I'm so glad you like it!
Tilly says
I really want to try this recipe! I can't eat dates at the moment, is there anything I can sub them with like maple syrup?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Tilly- you can use maple syrup, I'd say 1/3 cup, but it may not be as creamy. I think it would still be good though. Hope you enjoy it.